I'm looking to transition to Linux this year but haven't found a distro that meets my needs yet. I've tried Zorin OS because I liked the look and it's Ubuntu-based, which I'm somewhat familiar with. However, I faced issues like a very slow Software Manager, and when playing Minecraft Java, the system locked up for over an hour, which never happened on Windows. My computer isn't powerful (it has no GPU or SSD) but handles Windows 11 fine.
I'd love to leave Windows, but experiencing these freezes makes it tough. Ideally, I want a stable Linux distro that handles multitasking well (like running a browser and Minecraft together) and has a responsive software store. I'm open to learning terminal commands and am willing to try out different distros on a flash drive with Ventoy. Here are my main requirements:
- Good stability
- Decent multitasking capabilities
- A fast and efficient software store
Just for context, my system has 12GB of RAM, an Intel Core i5-8400 CPU, and integrated graphics. Any suggestions would be appreciated!
3 Answers
If you're looking for something stable and beautiful, Fedora with Hyprland could be worth a look. I had a great experience with it being stable for gaming while still looking nice!
You might want to check out Linux Mint or Debian. Linux Mint is user-friendly and pretty stable, plus it has a nice community behind it. Debian is a bit more hands-on but offers great stability and performance, especially for older hardware. You could also consider MX Linux, which is lightweight and well-suited for less powerful systems. Let me know if you've tried any of these!
Check out the distro selection page for tailored suggestions. Trying things out in a virtual machine can also help you find what works best for you. Just be sure to keep backups and learn the commands before running them! You got this!
I've used Mint before, and it's generally good! Just a heads up; if you mess with the desktop environment, it can cause some hiccups, but it shouldn't stop you from giving it a shot again.